What are the responsibilities and job description for the Maintenance Associate (Trenton, NJ) position at Rescue Mission of Trenton?
Can you look into the eyes of someone who is struggling and see their pain – while also seeing their potential? Are you passionate about providing opportunities to help people rebuild their lives?
The Mission is looking to expand our team of committed staff members who are dedicated to creating an environment where those who have nowhere else to turn can live with dignity, experience hope and see new opportunities.
The Rescue Mission of Trenton is seeking a Maintenance Associate. The position is supervised by the Assistant Manager of Facility in conjunction with the Manager of Facilities and the COO. The position is critical in maintaining routine and non-routine physical facilities and properties.
About the Rescue Mission of Trenton:
Located in Trenton New Jersey we serve men and women who have no place else to turn for shelter, clothing, treatment and food. We provide a safe, clean, warm refuge for the homeless, the hungry, the transient and the addicted. Our services encourage individuals to reach their greatest potential and create an environment where one can live with dignity, build self-esteem, responsibility and hope. Your contribution to the work of our mission will be invaluable in fulfilling our mission and we look forward to welcoming you to our team.
What it’s like to work at the Rescue Mission of Trenton:
Rescue Mission of Trenton was founded in 1915 and is a non-profit organization that helps rescue people from themselves and their situations. Our dedicated staff in the Shelter and our Behavioral Health Unit offer care, support and encouragement to all that reside here. We value dignity, communication and helping each of our clients reach their full potential. Clients/residents are assisted by staff with treatment options, medical help, job placement, financial planning, education, counseling and mental health treatment. Our staff works diligently with the clients to get ID, an income and the things necessary to help them with transitioning to become self-sufficient.
Qualifications For Position:
High School diploma or Associates degree, required OR
Equivalent life experience required if educational qualifications not met OR Minimum 1-2 years experience in maintenance
Critical thinking, equipment maintenance and selection, visualization, facility, repairing
Ability to Troubleshoot
Ability to lift over 50 pounds.
Ability to use hand and power tools, forklift and jack
Basic knowledge of usage of Microsoft Office (Word an Excel)
A valid driver's license
Position Details:
• Assists in maintaining physical facilities as necessary to ensure client, staff and customer safety
and adherence to all applicable building, fire, safety and sanitary codes
• Performs highly diverse duties to install and maintain machines and the facility’s equipment
• Performs a variety of plumbing maintenance, carpentry functions, painting, etc.
• Uses a variety of hand/power tools, electric meters and material handling equipment
• Performs regular preventative maintenance on equipment and facilities
• Performs basic machinist duties and responsibilities.
• Performs mechanic skills including, but not limited to, mechanical, electrical, pneumatic,
hydraulic, trouble shooting and repair of machines or equipment
• Assist with prepping and preparing for agency events.
• Assists in supervision and training of residents in vocational work therapy program.
Safety
- Regularly tours physical facilities to ensure they are safe and in working condition to allow for the provision of services
- Completes daily safety checklist prior to leaving Rescue Mission
- Immediately reports any deficiencies in safety or mechanical operation to supervisor
- Obeys traffic laws and follows established traffic and transportation procedures
- Performs other duties as assigned
Hourly Rate: $19 plus an additional $1.00 per hour worked paid out quarterly.
Plus a Comprehensive Benefit and Training Package
The Rescue Mission of Trenton is committed to ensuring that all current and prospective employees are afforded equal opportunities and treatment and a harassment-free work environment. The Mission provides equal employment opportunities for all without regard to any form of intentional or unintentional harassment or discrimination based on regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, military or veteran status, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, breastfeeding, or any other category protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
Department: Maintenance
This is a non-management position
This is a full time position
Salary : $19
